Donley County Health Data

Donley County, Texas

Health Score

23/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.5%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Donley County, Texas

Donley's life expectancy lags nation

Donley County residents live to 73.3 years on average, about 2 years less than the U.S. average of 75.4 years. One in five residents (20.8%) report poor or fair health, slightly above the national poor/fair health rate of 19.5%.

Below average across Texas

Donley County ranks below the Texas average for life expectancy at 73.3 years compared to the state's 74.3 years. The county's uninsured rate of 21.5% exceeds Texas's 19.8% average, leaving more residents without coverage.

Comparable to rural Texas peers

Donley's 73.3-year life expectancy aligns with other rural panhandle counties facing similar healthcare access challenges. Its 20.8% poor/fair health rate falls between nearby Eastland County (22.1%) and Erath County (21.2%).

Rural healthcare access unclear

Donley County reports a 21.5% uninsured rate, meaning roughly one in five residents lack health coverage. Data on primary care and mental health provider availability is currently unavailable, making it difficult to assess local access to specialists.

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With over one in five Donley County residents uninsured, exploring coverage options through the Texas Health Insurance Marketplace or local community health centers could improve access to preventive care. Residents earning below 200% of poverty level may qualify for Medicaid expansion or subsidized plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Donley County, TX?
Donley County has a health score of 23/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #120 out of 254 counties in Texas (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Donley County?
Life expectancy in Donley County is 73.3 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Donley County below the state average.
How does Donley County health compare to the Texas average?
Donley County's health score of 23/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.5% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Donley County?
Key health factors for Donley County include: life expectancy (73.3 years), uninsured rate (21.5%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Donley County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 23/100 ("Below Average"), Donley County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.3 years. 21.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Donley County?
Donley County's health score of 23/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.5% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.